BORN

1924

DIED

2012

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Shubenacadie, Nova Scotia

Michael Solowij Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on May 16, 2012.

SOLOWIJ, Michael -87, Enfield, December 31, 1924 - May 15, 2012. Michael's life journey has ended comfortably at home with all his family around him. He was predeceased by his parents, John and Paraska (Herbuz) Solowij, five brothers and five sisters all of Sadzawa, Ukraine. He has one sister and many nephews and nieces still in Ukraine. Michael traveled from his homeland to Austria and finally to his residence in Enfield. His life's work was making windows and doors in his shop at home. He loved his family, his work, dancing and playing music. He often reminisced of the people who welcomed him to Enfield where he became a loyal resident. His wife, Eveline (Kralicek), and his family; Dan and Mary; Kathryn and Kyle; Cynthia and Adam; Trudy; John, Cathy, Zach, Thane; and Amy, would like to thank the staff at the Halifax Infirmary, Palliative Care, VON and Dr. Iain MacNeil for all their kindness and compassion in these last three months. Visitation 7-9pm, Friday in Ettinger Funeral Home, 2812 Highway 2, Shubenacadie with funeral service 10am, Saturday, May 19, in St. Bernard's Roman Catholic Church, Enfield, Father Andrew Rembarczyk officiating. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to your favorite charity. Family and friends may sign the guest book at: ettingerfuneralhome.com

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May 20, 2012

Eveline, John and families - although we had lost touch over the past few years, it is comforting to know that we rekindled our relationship, first, with John through Jim's accident, and then with Mike and Eveline last winter when Mike so kindly offered us the use of his wonderful storage area. We are blessed with knowing this family and our thoughts and prayers go out to you at this difficult time. Jim & Janet Paul

May 19, 2012

Sheila McDougall

Amy and family, I am sorry for your loss and hope you find comfort in memories of happy times together.

May 19, 2012

Ada&Richard O'Connell

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.

May 19, 2012

I mostly remember the girls singing, but I do remember Mike and Eveline at john and my wedding( john and debbie Richards ) that is . Please take the time to reflect the best he did to make all of you happy. when god closes the book, we miss them. with sincere sympathy, Debbie Wilson(richards)

May 19, 2012

Duncan Wotherspoon

Deepest sympathies to Amy and the whole Solowij Family!

May 19, 2012

Cyndy Barclay-Hill

I want to extend my deepest sympathy to Mary and her family. I remember your Dad he was always smiling and such a nice man he was. So sorry to hear of your loss.

May 19, 2012

Dear Eveline, Mary,Katheryn,Cynthia,Trudy Amy John and families: We were so sorry to hear of Mike's passing. Love and prayers. We are thinking about all of you.
Love Doris, Stephanie, Bruce. Patrick and families.

May 19, 2012

Karen Chase

Thinking of your family at this difficult time. Sending love and prayers.

May 19, 2012

We are sending our sincere condolences to your entire family.
The staff of Rosebowl Flowers.

May 18, 2012

Redge & Gloria Deg

To Eveline, Mary, Kathryn, Cynthia, Trudy, Amy, John and your families.
Please know that we share the sadness you are feeling at this time. Hopefully all the stories and memories (of which there are loads) Will help you to celebrate a rich life filled with love and sincerity. Love to you all during these sad days and "Thanks for the memories!"

May 18, 2012

Eveline & Family:
Our heartfelt sympathies on the loss of Michael. We will always remember him as our best man 59 years ago!
Joan and Art Dauphinee, Kamloops, BC (formerly of Enfield,NS)

May 18, 2012

Donald, Dianne and Morgan White

Our thoughts are with you now and always.

May 18, 2012

AL & BLANCHE VEINOT

YOU ALL ARE IN OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS AT THIS DIFFICULT TIME. I WILL ALWAYS REMEMBER THE GOOD TIMES AT YOUR HOUSE GROWING UP. HE WAS A WONDERFUL MAN. HE MAY BE GONE BUT HE WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN. THE HURTING IS ALL OVER FOR YOU BOTH HE IS NOW AT PEACE, AND YOU CAN REMEMBER ALL THE HAPPY TIMES KNOWING THAT HIS PAIN IS GONE. HE IS NOW SMILING DOWN ON YOU ALL WONDERING WHAT ALL THE COMONTION IS ALL ABOUT. IF THERE IS ANYTHING WE CAN DO TO HELP WE ARE JUST A PHONE CALL AWAY.

LOVE AL & BLANCHE

May 18, 2012

Carol Phaneuf

My thoughts and prayers are with you and the family during this difficult time.

May 18, 2012

Brian & Judy McCarthy

Eveline, John, Cathy, Zach, Thane, Amy, Mary, Dan, Kathryn, Kyle, Cynthia, Adam, Trudy, . . . .

We are so saddened to hear of Michael's passing. . . He will be missed for sure . . . He was fortunate to have such a loving family . . . and we are glad that you were all with him when he passed on . . .
He will never leave you all - You are his Legacy, and he will live on in each & every one of you and in your hearts and your beautiful memories . . .
We remember the last time we had Don *(Brian's Dad) up to visit before HE passed on, and he & Michael & Brian played . . . and wasn't it fortunate that Don & Michael re-united after first meeting 32 years prior to them working on the old bridge....It was fate . . . and we believe also that Michael is playing his accordian and Don his guitar in Heaven, and Betty is there too helping Don to remember the words to the songs. . . We will miss them all, but we will all be together another day. . . .

We are so sorry that we won't be able to travel to Enfield for his wake and funeral . . . we have company coming for the weekend . . . and we are 2 & 1/2 hours away - Brian and I racked our brains trying to think of a way to get there. . . We love all of you so very much . . . and respect each and every one of you . . .
We will try to get up to visit with you after everything settles down . . .
We send peace, love and light to you all during this sad time - - -

Celebrate Michael's wonderful life . . . He sure lived it to the max. . .
Love to all . . . Judy, Brian, Jason & Amanda xoxoxo

Posted by Brian & Judy McCarthy

May 18, 2012

Trudy and Family,

It is so wonderful that you are such a close family. But in this time of loss you are in my thoughts and prayers.

Love, Margie Blom(Halifax)

May 17, 2012

Brad Estadt

Kathryn, Eveline, and Solowij Family,
You have my deepest heartfelt sympathy for your loss. I will always remember Mike treating me with the kindness that he did when we met. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

May 17, 2012

Eveline and Solowij Family,
So sorry for your loss. I would like to express my sympathy at this sad time, also to thank you and Mike and all your family for the friendship, music and hospitality you shared with John and I and all the Myketyn family and so many others over the years. Love, peace and prayers. God Bless.
Sincerely, Peggy Myketyn and family

May 17, 2012

Nancy,Bob & Doug

Dear friends, it is with great sadness that we write in this guest book. Michael, although I didn`t know him as well as Nancy and Bob did, left a lasting impression on me, both as a good friend and a good musician. You
will surely be missed but never forgotten.For his family we leave this food for thought: " In life we weep at the thought of death. But who knows....maybe in death they weep at the thought of life "

Nancy, Bob and Doug

May 17, 2012

sandra watson

I was saddened to hear of your husband, father and grandfather's passing. He will be missed in the community as he was known by so many. My condolences to each and all of you at your time of loss.

Sincerely,

Sandra (Ferguson) Watson

May 17, 2012

Laurel Paul

John,
So sorry to hear of your father's passing. My condolences to you and your family at this difficult time.

May 17, 2012

Our thoughts are with you Eveline and your family . We will miss mike .
Cecil and Marjorie Hattie.

May 17, 2012

John MacDonell - MLA for Hants East

To the family: I'm sorry to hear about Michael's passing. May your good memories of him help you through this time of sadness. My sincere condolences.

May 17, 2012

Mary Tinney

I was sorry to hear of your loss. He certainly left you & a lot of people with some wonderful memories! Please know that you're in my thoughts & prayers at this time. God bless!! Love & prayers. Mary Tinney

May 17, 2012

John,
So sorry to hear of your Dad's passing, keep your fond memories close to your heart at this very difficult time.
God Bless,
Gyl Stevens(Andrews)

May 17, 2012

Jennie Legere

My deepest sympathy tp Eveline & Family .you are all in my prayers. Jennie Legere , Amherst .Formely fro River Hebert.

May 17, 2012

Carolyn Nelson

Mary,So sorry to hear of the loss of your father.

May 17, 2012

With Deepest Sympathy to the Solowij family. Bill and I will always remember Mike for his beautiful dancing. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Sincerely Eunice & Bill Parks (Enfield, NS)

May 17, 2012

Joanne Kettle

Our heartfelt sympathies. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Love Joanne & Ken

May 17, 2012

David Smith

I have found memories of my time spent with MIke. He was a very strong man in many ways, and obviously enjoyed the simple things in life, a good lunch-even if it was at 1a.m., playing music etc. He always took the time to share stories etc. and I'm grateful to have known him. Please accept my heartfelt condolences to all of the Solowij family.

May 17, 2012

Janet Douthwright) Whitenect

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

May 17, 2012

Cathy and George Turner

We hold fond memories of Michael. He's in our thoughts and prayers as are all of you. Sending warm hugs!

May 16, 2012

Our heartfelt sympathies. You are in our thoughts.

Raymond and Elizabeth Pearse and family
Fergus, Ontario
(formerly of Enfield)

May 16, 2012

Heather (Briggs) Nolan

Thinking of you all during this time.

May 16, 2012

Robert & Pat Carroll

Celebrating a life well lived. We will cherish the memories forever.

May 16, 2012

With Deepest Sypathy to the Solowij sisters and their families.

Sincerely
Anitra Whidden(Bay)

May 16, 2012

Eveline, Mary, Kathryn, Cynthia, Trudy, Amy, John, our heartfelt sympathy at this difficult time. You have so many warm and wonderful memories, cornboils, Sunday afternoon jambories, anniversary parties, birthday parties, Christmas eve celebrations, these will never fade, they will make you smile even when you are sad. Take comfort in knowing that family and friends surround you all. You are in our hearts. Love, Sandra, Geraldine, Sarah & Susan White

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